Zachary James Carlson

Zachary James Carlson, “Zach”, passed away on August 25, 2022 in Waterbury, CT. Zach was born on July 11, 2002 in Danbury CT to Carl “Chipper” Carlson and Stacey Welsh Munoz.

Zach was a graduate of Bethel High School and went on to work for Meagan’s Towing and Recovery as a skilled tow truck operator. Zach was a hardworking and determined person who took great pride in the growth he made each time he helped with a job. He found purpose in being able to help people in times of need and devoted much of his time to non-profit groups such as the Backyard Beaters Incorporated and the First Congregational Church of Bethel Youth Group. He had a passion for fixing up racing cars and going to car shows in his free time. 

Zach played youth baseball and youth football, then went on to join his high school wrestling team where his headstrong nature proved invaluable his team. He spent this past summer taking fishing trips, attending his favorite country concerts, and enjoying time with his family. Zach has a particular soft spot for his nephew, Paxton. 

Zach was a vibrant & kindhearted and he will be missed deeply by all who knew him. 

Zach is survived by his father Carl “Chipper” Carlson (wife Holly Carlson) and mother Stacey Munoz (husband Edwin Munoz). Four siblings: sister Cassondra Ashley, brother Kodie Carlson, sister Kaitlynn Carlson, and brother Michael Sauer. Maternal grandparents James Welsh Jr & Charlene Welsh, and paternal grandmother Barbara Carlson. Paternal great grandparents James E. Welsh & Joy Welsh. Aunt Tracey Peterson, uncle James Welsh III (Carolyn), Aunt Sarah Welsh, and Uncle Jeffery Frade. Cousins Matthew, Katrina, Megan, Maddison, Zakary, James, Hailee, and nephew Paxton Flynn. As well as his best friend Anthony and many additional beloved family and friends. Zach is predeceased by his maternal grandmother Sandra Wildman and paternal grandfather Jerry Hope. 

A Celebration of Life Service is to be held on Saturday September 3, 2022 at the First Congregational Church of Bethel (46 Main St, Bethel CT 06801) at 10am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Zach’s name be made to the First Congregational Church of Bethel “Book of Remembrance” online at https://firstchurchbethel.org/giving/ or by mail to the address above. 

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